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Is the Philips Ear thermometer hygienic?

Published on 2017-09-05

Yes, but we recommend that you clean the Philips Ear thermometer and Avent Smart Ear thermometer after each use.

Cleaning Instructions

  1. Moisten a cotton swab with a few drops of alcohol and wipe the surface of the infrared sensor gently with the swab
  2. Immediately wipe the surface dry with a clean cotton swab

Use a soft dry cloth to clean the body of the device
Store the device in a clean, dry place at room temperature

The information on this page applies to the following models: DL8740/15 , DL8740/37 .

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